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Travel in Dangerous places

Don't, but if you must:

If your from European origin like it or not many countries may think your American. Because of the War on Terror and the heated fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan, Americans aren't very liked by many people. We have compiled some very useful tips for the would be traveler to several other problem areas.
Below are some To-the-Point,real world safety.

Rule #1. Don't go to a WAR ZONE.

#2. If you must go to a country on America's travel advisory list, Know a few tips:

*Travel advisory countries: (for Americans)

Algeria, Israel, IRAQ, Congo, Nigeria, Sri lanka, Kenya, Yemen, IRAN, Sudan, Uzbekistan, Lebanon, Syria, Chad, Philippines, East Timur, Haiti, Burundi, Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Somalia, Nepal, Central African Republic, Pakistan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Liberia, Cote d'lovore, Columbia, Indonesia, Zimbabwe. And let's not forget the many "special" sections of most Large European, Russian, Chinese and American cities. Etc..

POINT #1.

HOW TO SURVIVE BEING AMERICAN

-If you're white and you travel in a "travel warning advisory" country, whether your from America or not, in most cases you will taken as American.

To Survive.

1. Dress conservatively, stay away from obvious American brands and logos and don't wear signs of wealth (gold watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.).

2. Learn to use the local language even only to just say "thank you" and "excuse me,"yes and no" and I love your beautiful country" will get you along way.

3. Contact your local embassy to find out the do s and don't s.

4. Simple things like sunglasses, air-conditioned cars and lack of language skills can create barriers and misunderstanding.

5. Say hello, smile, be polite and helpful.

6. Don't talk about yourself or be a braggart. Be a student of their country ask about them and the country.